The Life of Christ as Represented in Art: -1894

By Frederic W. Farrar

Book Overview

""The Life of Christ as Represented in Art"" by Frederic W. Farrar is a comprehensive guide to the portrayal of Jesus Christ in art throughout history. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various depictions of Christ in paintings, sculptures, and other forms of art, from the earliest Christian art to the present day. Farrar explores the different styles and techniques used by artists to represent the life of Christ, including the use of symbols and allegory. He also discusses the historical and cultural context in which each work of art was created, providing insights into the religious, social, and political influences that shaped the representation of Christ in art.The book is organized chronologically, with chapters dedicated to each significant period in the history of Christian art. Each chapter includes numerous illustrations of important works of art, accompanied by detailed descriptions and analysis. ""The Life of Christ as Represented in Art"" is a valuable resource for art historians, theologians, and anyone interested in the intersection of art and religion. It offers a fascinating insight into the ways in which artists have interpreted and reimagined the life of Christ over the centuries, and how these representations have shaped our understanding of Christianity and its central figure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162936649
• ISBN13: 9781162936642
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 576 Pages
• Weight: 1.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"